• Are you in private practice? Yes
• Do you participate in any insurance plans? Yes. I am under an insurance plan with Michell and Abbott Group Insurance (with BC Association of Clinical Counsellors).
  It is the responsibility of the client to check with the human resources department of their employer to see if they have insurance coverage
• Do you offer sliding scale/reduced fee counselling? Yes
• Telephone/Video counseling: Yes
• Language/s Spoken: English
  
  

What kind of clients do you work with?

My practice is offered to both adult men and women trying to cope with:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Trauma/PTSD
• Grief/Loss
• Disability/Pain Management Issues
  
  

Bio

Sessions with me are tailored to the uniqueness of each client and the issue(s) presented. Through respectfully and compassionately learning and assessment, I yearn to provide a safe and non-judgmental climate in which clients can comfortably explore the issues presented and learn strategies and techniques to help them cope.

Credentials, Training, Qualifications

• BA Psychology M Ed. Counselling Psychology
  
  

Counselling Methods Used

In my sessions, I use an eclectic mix of therapeutic strategies based on the needs, values, interests, and abilities of each individual client. I often use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Strengths-based CBT, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and self -compassion. I also offer Christian/faith-based counselling.